[smalljob]

I am getting a brass tag 36 blower ready for winter. Taking it on and off is a challenge and one thing that would make it a little easier would be the retainer chain shown in the photo. Does anyone have the measurements for this? Thanks

 

[herg]

I will have to move a bunch of stuff around this weekend and can get that for you.

 

[smalljob]

Thanks but don't go to too much trouble. If it is convenient I appreciate it.

 

[smalljob]

Mike, one of the other members got me the measurements. Thanks for the offer.

 

[herg]

no problem

 

[3753]

Bill, since on the topic of that chain and hook, I've never really seen what it's purpose is and always was curious, how does it help?

 

[smalljob]

I have not had an opportunity to make it up yet, between leaves and other household activities getting in the way, but from what I can understand it makes it easier to drop the top frame pins/bolts onto the tractor front mount. I know without it the snow blower and the blower mount don't move in unison so it is awkward lifting it on. You lift the blower and the mounting frame drops. I think with the chain when you lift the blower the mount will go up with it allowing it to be easier to drop on the tractor frame.

Not sure I explained it very well, but it is referenced in the operators manual for both attaching and detaching the blower.

So that is theory in practicality does it work well? Maybe someone with more experience can chime in with a better description.

 

[smalljob]

I finally got around to making up the chain and mounting it. According to JD Parts the bolt that mounts the upper link to the blower should be 2" 3/8 "Drilled" so I made one up. I have not tried taking the blower off yet to see how effective this is. I will find out next spring.

 

[beavhut]

Bill, What was the length of the retaining chain? I want to try it on my RD blower.
Thanks

 

[smalljob]

Gene, another member sent me that info to my private email. I am sending to your email.

 

[beavhut]

thanks Bill